SAN JOSE -- Since Gary Bettman took over as NHL commissioner in 1993, only two other cities have hosted an NHL All-Star Game as frequently as San Jose.
Montreal had it just days into Bettman's tenure, and Los Angeles hosted in 2002 and 2017. This weekend, the Sharks joined that exclusive club.
"San Jose and the Sharks have been incredible hosts," Bettman said Friday. "It's a thrill to be a part of this."
NBC Sports California spoke with Bettman on a variety of other topics in a quick 1-on-1 interview ahead of the NHL All-Star Skills Competition.